IIM Lucknow PI Shortlist 2026 Released – Check Status & Apply

IIM Lucknow has officially announced that the PI shortlist for the MBA batch 2026‑28 is released on January 10, 2026. The shortlist, based on CAT 2025 scores, academic performance and other selection criteria, enables shortlisted candidates to proceed to the WAT and Personal Interview (PI) rounds of the IIM Lucknow admission process for MBA programmes. Candidates should check their status and complete the required PI form on the institute’s official portal.

IIM Lucknow PI Shortlist 2026: CAT 2025 Cut Off Percentiles

Before accessing the shortlist, aspirants must ensure they meet the minimum eligibility based on the CAT 2025 sectional and overall cut-off percentiles. These cut-offs were used in shortlisting candidates for the WAT‑PI stage for the MBA programme. The following table lists the minimum required CAT 2025 cut-off percentiles for the WAT‑PI shortlist:

Candidates who obtain these minimum percentile scores in CAT 2025 and satisfy other criteria are included in the WAT‑PI shortlist released by IIM Lucknow.

How to Check IIM Lucknow PI Shortlist 2026 Status?

Shortlisted candidates can follow these steps to check the IIM Lucknow PI status and apply for the next stage:

1. Visit the official IIM Lucknow website (www.iiml.ac.in).
2. Navigate to the Admissions section and select WAT‑PI Shortlist for MBA 2026‑28.
3. Enter CAT 2025 registration number, email ID, date of birth and CAPTCHA.
4. Submit the details to view the shortlist status.
5. If shortlisted, fill and submit the PI form before the specified deadline mentioned in the notification or email.

The institute may also communicate status via email to candidates who meet the eligibility criteria.

IIM Lucknow MBA Selection and Shortlist Criteria 2026

The shortlisting for the WAT‑PI round at IIM Lucknow for the 2026‑28 MBA intake is based on a composite score that includes: CAT 2025 scaled score, academic records, work experience and diversity factors. The CAT score typically carries the highest weightage in this composite score calculation. Candidates who successfully appear in the WAT and PI rounds will later be considered for final selection based on further evaluation, including performance in the interview and overall merit.

Next Steps for Shortlisted Candidates

Shortlisted aspirants should complete the following steps:

• Verify shortlisting status on the IIM Lucknow admission portal by using CAT 2025 credentials.
• Fill and submit the PI/WAT registration form within the deadline communicated by the institute.
• Prepare for WAT and Personal Interview rounds as part of the MBA admission 2026‑28 process.